Issue details

Articles on the Highway Policy

Summary
The report will ask the Cabinet to agree a new standalone Highway Policy relating to Articles on the Highway, following a public consultation. The Policy  is intended to complement the Council’s existing Pavement Licensing Policy.

Access to Information
The report together with any other documents being considered (unless they contain exempt information) will be available for inspection 5 clear days before the decision is taken by the Cabinet. Copies are available on the Council's website or requested from Democratic Services Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4TR or email democratic.services@medway.gov.uk. If you wish to submit information to the Cabinet about the item please also contact Democratic Services.

Decision type: Key

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 01/05/2026

Decision due: 22 Sep 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Councillor Alex Paterson, Portfolio Holder for Community Safety, Highways and Enforcement alex.paterson@medway.gov.uk

Lead director: Adam Bryan

Contact: Karen Tamsett, Highway Management Engineer Email: karen.tamsett@medway.gov.uk Tel: 01634 331525.

Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee:: Regeneration, Culture and Environment